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A Handbook on Electrum Coins

October 27, 2011 – Joseph Linzalone, an American coin dealer, has published a book on the topic of his special interest: early electrum coins. Being a dealer he knows what collectors do really need: an elaborate catalog featuring the major types provided with excellent photos.

Notwithstanding the many discussions about the origin of money, until now something very essential was missing: an overview of the material on which the whole discussion is based. Finally, Joseph Linzalone has closed this gap:

* 179 specimens of electrum coins with excellent color plates* including specimens struck by Kroisos, and from Cyzicus, Phokaea, and Mytilene* the most comprehensive compilation for collectors to identify electrum coins* historical contextualization of the coins* written by an expert on the topic

This book may be found at specialized bookstores or you can contact directly: Joe Linzalone, Wolfshead Gallery, PO Box 506, Ridgewood NJ 07451, USA 201-727-1441 or via mail.